The Sherrills Ford Optimist is a community gem that provides a range of youth sports programs for kids. These programs promote physical activity and teamwork and teach kids valuable life skills such as optimism and resilience. 

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If you're interested in learning more about the history of Catawba County, you'll want to check out the latest episode of "Catawba County Chronicles with Robert Eades." In this episode, Robert Eades touches on the county's past, sharing stories and insights about the people, events, and communities that have shaped its history.

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 Born and raised in Statesville in the 1970s, Charles initially pursued a career in medicine and graduated with a background in the field. After moving to Kiser Island, Charles opened a pharmacy in downtown Mooresville and was doing quite well for himself, but he discovered there was more than one way to measure success. However, he found his true passion lay with dogs. 

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I am excited to announce our next podcast episode, where I have the pleasure of chatting with Timmy Harper about his upbringing in Catawba County. Timmy shares with us his experiences growing up in this small town

One topic that we delve into is Timmy's love for basketball. From his days playing on the high school team to his time as a collegiate athlete, Timmy has always had a passion for the sport.

He was also a dedicated athlete and earned a scholarship to play. Timmy shares his experience transitioning from high school to college and how he balanced his academic and athletic pursuits.

Overall, it was a great conversation with Timmy, and I know you all will enjoy it. Be sure to tune in to part 1 of the episode to hear more about his journey and all he has accomplished.

Thanks for reading, and I can't wait for you to listen to the episode!

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Our second podcast episode featured Scott La Sala of Hella Farms, where we discussed the importance of sustainable agriculture and the innovative methods used by Hella Farms to produce fresh, organic meat.

Scott shared with us how Hella Farms is focused on using regenerative farming techniques to produce high-quality meat and improve the health of the soil and the surrounding ecosystem. Using chicken tractors, ingenuity, and other natural methods, Hella Farms can build soil health and improve water retention, resulting in healthier and more resilient animals.

Scott also emphasized the importance of supporting local agriculture and buying directly from farmers. By doing so, consumers can directly impact the food system's sustainability and ensure that their food is fresh, organic, and sustainably grown.

Overall, our conversation with Scott highlighted the innovative approaches being taken by Hella Farms to promote sustainable agriculture and the importance of supporting local farmers. By working together, we can build a more sustainable and resilient food system for the future.

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Welcome to the Catawba Chronicles!

This podcast is about the people, places, and things that make up Catawba County.

This week we're going to talk more about what this podcast is all about. We'll also get into some things we'll cover in future episodes.

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